WATCH: Important information on the dangerous 'Benadryl challenge'

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A dangerous TikTok trend is circulating among young people, prompting health warnings from medical professionals. ABC News' Dr. Alok Patel outlines the risks of the "Benadryl challenge," which involves taking excessive doses of the common antihistamine to achieve hallucinogenic effects. The trend has raised alarm among parents and doctors, who say it can cause serious health consequences including seizures, irregular heartbeat, and overdose. Patel provides guidance on what parents should know about identifying and preventing participation in the risky social media challenge.